Augsburg's Raul Bobadilla: 'We can beat Hertha'

2 years ago

Paraguay international striker Raul Bobadilla was sorely missed by FC Augsburg fans during his recent spell on the sidelines.

The 29-year-old sat out four games through injury, before stepping off the bench in the Bavarian derby against FC Ingolstadt 04 on Matchday 10 to propel Die Fuggerstädter to their first win in five with a goal and assist.

bundesliga.com: Augsburg hit form against Ingolstadt, following a five-game winless run. What do you make of the season so far?

Raul Bobadilla: It was a patchy start to the season, but we put in some good performances and picked up some important points. We also had a bit of bad luck with injuries. We have to put everything into it each week so that we can ensure our survival as early as possible.

bundesliga.com: Is it mainly about securing another season of Bundesliga football for Augsburg or is there more in it?

Bobadilla: Survival is obviously our primary objective. We'll give everything and work hard every day to achieve this goal as quickly as possible. Only once we've done that can we talk about other things.

"It was also important for us to go into the international break with a win against Ingolstadt."

bundesliga.com: How have you had to change your style of play under new head coach Dirk Schuster? What's your relationship like with the coach?

Bobadilla: I don't think the team's playing style has changed all that much. We still want to keep things solid defensively and make in-roads in attack with our quick transition play, so my own playing style hasn't changed much either. I have a good relationship with the coach, I've got things to learn from him and I feel very happy.

bundesliga.com: It's your fourth season at Augsburg - your longest spell at any club in Europe. What do you like about Augsburg? Why are you and the club such a good fit?

Bobadilla: It's not just the atmosphere within the team that's good; there's a really nice atmosphere around the whole club. Then there's the fans, who are just incredible. The fans have always had my back, even in bad times, and helped me build myself back up again. Everyone gives 100 per cent for the club. I'm happy to be able to play for Augsburg.

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